1st Tank Brigade (Ukraine)

[1] In 2014, the brigade was deployed to the border with Russia in the Sumy region to protect the route to Kyiv.

[4] At the onset of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the brigade dispersed in anticipation of the imminent bombardment.

[4] By 31 March 2022, the brigade had successfully defended the city against Russian attacks and the siege was lifted.

[2][failed verification] The brigade recaptured surrounding Ukrainian towns and the M01 Highway connecting to Kyiv.

[7] Following rest and refit in May, elements of the brigade were deployed back to the battle of Donbas in the area of southern Donetsk and Kramatorsk.